Speaking after Saturday's 1-0 away defeat to Aston Villa, a game that can be viewed in full on MUTV.com, the Norwegian named several players who had impressed him - none of whom were in his first-team plans last season.
New signing Donny van de Beek, goalkeeper Dean Henderson and young defender Teden Mengi were the trio who merited the manager's praise, and he also had words of encouragement for Academy midfielder Ethan Galbraith.
Scroll down to read what Ole said about them, the game overall and how his squad might be stronger for next Saturday, when the real action begins with an opening Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.